by Scott Newman | Dec 5, 2024 | Blog, Civic, EK Civic Build, Testing, Uncategorized
Some parts wear to the point of failure, whereas others will continue to work in a diminished capacity. One example of this is Honda gear linkages, which over time will develop freeplay resulting in reduced shift accuracy. Part of the problem is the non-serviceable...
by Honed | Jan 5, 2020 | Blog, Civic, CR-X, Testing, Uncategorized
Few topics are as hotly debated as bumpsteer in the Honda online community, there are many misconceptions and pit garage myths. This article covers five of the most common discussion points. Myth 1: Bumpsteer is when the steering wheel turns itself going over bumps...
by Honed | Sep 11, 2019 | Blog, JTCC Civic Build, Projects, Testing, Track events
Honed Honda Civic Sedan Shakedown Honed Developments recently attended a local track day, a sprint event at Sandown Raceway hosted by Melbourne’s Alfa romeo Club. Grant, along with Tom’s help, took the sedan for a spin and put it to the test. For those...
by Honed | Oct 23, 2016 | Blog, CR-X, Testing, Track events, Uncategorized
ResultChanges to the car since 2015 New front hubs and bearings Ball joints Rront pads and rotors Revised caster settings Front splitter Wednesday We gave the car a wash before we hit the road The drive up was about as enjoyable as one can imagine in a car with a...
by Honed | Jul 13, 2016 | Article, Testing
Another car that has well known bump steer related issues is the AP1 S2000. The S2000 is somewhat unique compared to other modern Honda models in that (bar the NSX) it was designed from scratch as a sports car, with suspension geometry to suit that application....
